Become a Swim Teacher- Majura Park

Casual Swim Teacher Roles available - Become a Swim Teacher at Kingswim Majura Park

At Kingswim, we value an inclusive and supportive workplace where our team members can thrive. Swim teaching is an active role that involves being in the water during each class, engaging with children, and maintaining a reliable presence at lessons. We’re committed to supporting our people so they feel confident, capable, and able to perform at their best.

- Earn while you learn - be paid to complete your Swim Teaching qualification and relevant training hours, supervised and mentored by an experienced teacher

- Subsidised Course Cost reducing the qualification cost to $160 (funded by applicant)

- Once qualified, start at an hourly rate of $30.35 with increases as you gain experience (please note that junior rates apply for 16-19 year olds)

- Free access to YMCA gyms & pools across Victoria

- Training and regular working hours on a flexible schedule - works perfectly for high school & uni students, or those transitioning to retirement

- So much more than a job – make a long-lasting impact on children, families, and the community

- Learn valuable leadership skills – lay the foundations of your career

- Balance your lifestyle with a vibrant and supportive team of people who care about you

Your opportunity: Become a Swim Teacher

Would you like a fun, flexible and impactful role with plenty of career opportunities? Do you have a passion for making a real difference in young people’s lives? Teach children skills that last a lifetime at Kingswim Majura Park.

We’re looking for enthusiastic Swim Teachers to deliver effective, engaging, and enjoyable swimming lessons with a team that’s focused on safety and fun

Training made easy – here’s how it works

We take the hassle out of training to make your transition into Swim Teaching as smooth as possible. Unlike other employers, Kingswim provides training that will result in a qualification and a casual or part-time job upon completion. Here’s what’s included:

- Offer of employment as a 'Swim Teacher in Training' at Kingswim

- Course cost is $160, funded by applicant at a reduced rate (normally $375)

- Paid water and training placement hours to become a qualified Swim Teacher - costs covered by Kingswim

Availability requirements

To be eligible for our subsidised swim teacher training, you’ll need to be available to commit to one prime-time shift per week, for twelve months. A prime time shift would include a weeknight shift or weekend morning shift.

Who should apply?

Our Swim Teachers are from all walks of life and include:

- Retirees and people transitioning to retirement

- Parents looking for a flexible, family-friendly role

- Teaching students who want practical, real-world experience

- High-school graduates wanting to enter the world of work

- Medical, nursing, and physiotherapy students

- People who have been involved in swimming clubs or worked as a Lifeguard

- Freelancers wanting extra work, stability and fulfilment

About you

You’re fun, energetic and customer-focused with a passion for the safety, wellbeing, and education of children. You enjoy being in the water, confident in and around the pool. You also enjoy being part of a friendly team that’s dedicated to building a thriving community In return, Kingswim offers you the ability to earn while you learn, flexible shifts, leadership development opportunities, a supportive environment, and Fitness Industry Award rates.

Commitment to safeguarding

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practives to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. Hence, all our candidates are appropriately screened by checking professional references and a working with children check. Depending on the role, a National Police Check may also be undertaken.

Kingswim and the YMCA

Kingswim is a brand of the trusted not-for-profit, YMCA Victoria. Our Swim Teachers teach more than 25,000 kids each week to be competent and safe in and around the water. Employing over 700 staff, Kingswim operates 22 Learn to Swim Centres across Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney. As a Kingswim staff member, you'll receive free access to all Y pools and gyms across the state

Are you ready to make a splash with us?

Kingswim is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

If you’d like to start and finish each day with a smile on your face while nurturing our future swimmers, we’d love to hear from you and click the Apply button now

Kingswim are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note:

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be at least 16 years of age. This is to meet the minimum age requirements for holding a valid Working with Children Check and to comply with relevant aquatic industry training and safety regulations.

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